Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Greater Heights, Houston, TX
Viola Chavez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
I have extensive training and experience with addiction/recovery, grief/loss and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Taking that first step is huge and finding the right therapist fit is important. I am passionate about helping adult clients navigate life’s stressors. Many of my clients struggle with identifying and validating their emotional experiences, which impacts all areas of their lives. I work collaboratively with my clients as they learn to cope with life changes, relationship struggles, grief and loss, and complex family relationships. As you learn to better understand yourself and your current coping style, we will work together to develop new strategies to support the struggles that brought you to therapy.
I have extensive training and experience with addiction/recovery, grief/loss and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Taking that first step is huge and finding the right therapist fit is important. I am passionate about helping adult clients navigate life’s stressors. Many of my clients struggle with identifying and validating their emotional experiences, which impacts all areas of their lives. I work collaboratively with my clients as they learn to cope with life changes, relationship struggles, grief and loss, and complex family relationships. As you learn to better understand yourself and your current coping style, we will work together to develop new strategies to support the struggles that brought you to therapy.
Dr. Tim Huang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-S, CART
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
As a bilingual (English/Chinese Mandarin) and trauma-informed therapist, I integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, and EMDR to tailor treatment to your needs.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or even burning out? Are you having a hard time finding your own pace? Are you trying to recover from the trauma that has been haunting you from the past? Are you feeling defeated and lost? Challenges in life can be extremely painful and frustrating. However, these moments may be the starting points for a journey of self-discovery. This journey is rewarding but It can also be scary at the same time. You don't have to do this alone.
As a bilingual (English/Chinese Mandarin) and trauma-informed therapist, I integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, and EMDR to tailor treatment to your needs.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or even burning out? Are you having a hard time finding your own pace? Are you trying to recover from the trauma that has been haunting you from the past? Are you feeling defeated and lost? Challenges in life can be extremely painful and frustrating. However, these moments may be the starting points for a journey of self-discovery. This journey is rewarding but It can also be scary at the same time. You don't have to do this alone.
Guy Bender
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77007
Guy utilizes a blend of evidence-based treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, psycho dynamic, interpersonal, experiential, and body centered therapies.
Guy Bender brings over 14 years of experience to his counseling practice and personalized outpatient services. Guy began his career as a trauma specialist at a premier treatment center. Through the experience, Guy learned that many mental health diagnoses, including anxiety, depression and substance abuse, are often rooted in physical and emotional trauma. Guy continues to focus his professional training on trauma modalities, including EMDR, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, and Neurofeedback. Guy is a Neurofeedback practitioner and is passionate about understanding neuroscience and the brain-body connection.
Guy utilizes a blend of evidence-based treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, psycho dynamic, interpersonal, experiential, and body centered therapies.
Guy Bender brings over 14 years of experience to his counseling practice and personalized outpatient services. Guy began his career as a trauma specialist at a premier treatment center. Through the experience, Guy learned that many mental health diagnoses, including anxiety, depression and substance abuse, are often rooted in physical and emotional trauma. Guy continues to focus his professional training on trauma modalities, including EMDR, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, and Neurofeedback. Guy is a Neurofeedback practitioner and is passionate about understanding neuroscience and the brain-body connection.
Marie-Therese Musanga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77042 (Online Only)
We practice CBT, DBT, prolonged exposure therapy and skills coaching.
Getting started is a difficult decision to make. Feeling vulnerable can be unbearable. Not many of us want to be vulnerable with ourselves, let alone, with someone else. So, we have 2 choices: 1. keep things as they are or 2. work towards making a change. In my eyes, we are all elegant giraffes. Life comes with ups and downs, and often, this causes us to forget that we are capable of enduring it. Sometimes, what we need is hope. Let’s rise above, and keep our heads held high through all the pain, the suffering, the sadness and all the joy and love that life brings us.
We practice CBT, DBT, prolonged exposure therapy and skills coaching.
Getting started is a difficult decision to make. Feeling vulnerable can be unbearable. Not many of us want to be vulnerable with ourselves, let alone, with someone else. So, we have 2 choices: 1. keep things as they are or 2. work towards making a change. In my eyes, we are all elegant giraffes. Life comes with ups and downs, and often, this causes us to forget that we are capable of enduring it. Sometimes, what we need is hope. Let’s rise above, and keep our heads held high through all the pain, the suffering, the sadness and all the joy and love that life brings us.
Emily Trof
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
I am intensively trained and specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO DBT).
Are you overthinking instead of enjoying your life? Do you often feel misunderstood or disconnected from friends or loved ones? Does advice from others seem unhelpful or useless? Sometimes we notice we have become too hard on ourselves or others. We may notice an increasing sense of lonliness and begin to lose of sight of what is truly important. Do you ever wish you could just sit down with someone and sort it all out?
I am intensively trained and specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO DBT).
Are you overthinking instead of enjoying your life? Do you often feel misunderstood or disconnected from friends or loved ones? Does advice from others seem unhelpful or useless? Sometimes we notice we have become too hard on ourselves or others. We may notice an increasing sense of lonliness and begin to lose of sight of what is truly important. Do you ever wish you could just sit down with someone and sort it all out?
Maja Besirevic White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
I use an integrative therapeutic approach which consists of Existential Humanistic therapy, Person-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotion Focused therapy, Play therapy, Motivational Interviewing, as well as Mindfulness and Narrative therapy techniques.
We live in a challenging and quite complicated world. As we struggle with our hardships, it is important to remember that we don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy is a big commitment, but it can also be a space where you have the opportunity to heal, grow, and embrace your authentic self. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is extremely passionate about working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, emotion regulation, divorce, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, self-esteem, stress, addiction, suicidal ideation, ADHD, as well as school or work-related issues.
I use an integrative therapeutic approach which consists of Existential Humanistic therapy, Person-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotion Focused therapy, Play therapy, Motivational Interviewing, as well as Mindfulness and Narrative therapy techniques.
We live in a challenging and quite complicated world. As we struggle with our hardships, it is important to remember that we don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy is a big commitment, but it can also be a space where you have the opportunity to heal, grow, and embrace your authentic self. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is extremely passionate about working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, emotion regulation, divorce, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, self-esteem, stress, addiction, suicidal ideation, ADHD, as well as school or work-related issues.
DBT Center, Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient
PhD
Verified Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
Dialectical Behavior Therapy helps those with intense emotions who need more impulse control.
Do you suffer from depression, trauma, loneliness, anxiety, an eating disorder or a combination? Are you hiding the emotional pain you are feeling, stuffing your misery? Or maybe you have believe no one is understanding? Our team offers RO DBT, DBT & other evidenced-based therapies for those those who struggle with managing emotions, trauma, overvaluing shape and size, and suicidal thoughts. We work with all ages to help you establish close, stable connections and find contentment. In a safe, accepting environment, our team is ready to help you reach your goals.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy helps those with intense emotions who need more impulse control.
Do you suffer from depression, trauma, loneliness, anxiety, an eating disorder or a combination? Are you hiding the emotional pain you are feeling, stuffing your misery? Or maybe you have believe no one is understanding? Our team offers RO DBT, DBT & other evidenced-based therapies for those those who struggle with managing emotions, trauma, overvaluing shape and size, and suicidal thoughts. We work with all ages to help you establish close, stable connections and find contentment. In a safe, accepting environment, our team is ready to help you reach your goals.
Andetria Hampton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
My theoretical approaches include Cognitive Behavior Therapy ( DBT - prioritizing acceptance and emotional regulation), Humanistic Therapy with a person-centered approach, Solution-Focused Therapy, Play/Sand Tray Therapy for children.
Author Helen Keller once stated, "Only through experience of trials and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired and success achieved." I am passionate about helping individuals improve the way that they feel and take back total control of their lives. I'm able to offer you a safe space (online or in-person) to help you work through the difficult feelings and develop the necessary skills to improve your life. In all, I have a HUGE heart for people and value building connections that will ultimately lead to emotional growth.
My theoretical approaches include Cognitive Behavior Therapy ( DBT - prioritizing acceptance and emotional regulation), Humanistic Therapy with a person-centered approach, Solution-Focused Therapy, Play/Sand Tray Therapy for children.
Author Helen Keller once stated, "Only through experience of trials and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired and success achieved." I am passionate about helping individuals improve the way that they feel and take back total control of their lives. I'm able to offer you a safe space (online or in-person) to help you work through the difficult feelings and develop the necessary skills to improve your life. In all, I have a HUGE heart for people and value building connections that will ultimately lead to emotional growth.
Mackenzie Balderaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
On top of really working to connect with clients, I use evidenced based modalities (EMDR/ DBT/TBRI) as well.
We all struggle. We all feel as though we aren't achieving our goals. We all go through the motions of day to day life. We all think "something has to change". One of the best (and hardest) things someone can do is recognize when they need a little extra support, and it seems as though you've reached that point. And that is okay! What a wonderful step you are taking to regain control of your life, relationship, or overall well-being. You have the answers to your problems, we just have to dig and work a little to get you that point of realization.
On top of really working to connect with clients, I use evidenced based modalities (EMDR/ DBT/TBRI) as well.
We all struggle. We all feel as though we aren't achieving our goals. We all go through the motions of day to day life. We all think "something has to change". One of the best (and hardest) things someone can do is recognize when they need a little extra support, and it seems as though you've reached that point. And that is okay! What a wonderful step you are taking to regain control of your life, relationship, or overall well-being. You have the answers to your problems, we just have to dig and work a little to get you that point of realization.
Jennifer Chapple
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and can treat those clients needing the evidence-based model.
I just might be the therapist for you if you are someone who feels stuck in life, unable to be free of your unhappiness. If you have lost faith in your abilities, unsure of your purpose in life, or if you find yourself frozen in fear unable to move through your problems and make decisions.
As your therapist, I will help you not to judge yourself for these problems, but to accept and learn skills to manage them. Whatever it is that keeps you from living your best life, I would like to share my knowledge and skills with you.
I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and can treat those clients needing the evidence-based model.
I just might be the therapist for you if you are someone who feels stuck in life, unable to be free of your unhappiness. If you have lost faith in your abilities, unsure of your purpose in life, or if you find yourself frozen in fear unable to move through your problems and make decisions.
As your therapist, I will help you not to judge yourself for these problems, but to accept and learn skills to manage them. Whatever it is that keeps you from living your best life, I would like to share my knowledge and skills with you.
Edwards Clinical Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO DBT).
Are you completely overwhelmed by life? Do you fluctuate between trying to do everything perfectly and just wanting to completely give up? Are your goals and relationships being impacted by this cycle? Many of my clients already have all the components that "should" make up a happy life and they feel guilt or shame that they struggle to be happy. They pretend to be happy and this is a struggle as well. Holding back all of those emotions can push others away and leave you feeling lonely and disconnected. After holding the emotions in, they can eventually crash down like a tidal wave on those we love most.
I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO DBT).
Are you completely overwhelmed by life? Do you fluctuate between trying to do everything perfectly and just wanting to completely give up? Are your goals and relationships being impacted by this cycle? Many of my clients already have all the components that "should" make up a happy life and they feel guilt or shame that they struggle to be happy. They pretend to be happy and this is a struggle as well. Holding back all of those emotions can push others away and leave you feeling lonely and disconnected. After holding the emotions in, they can eventually crash down like a tidal wave on those we love most.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77009
You may be experiencing worry, fear, anxiety, depression, or a variety of other emotions. Good news, those emotions can be managed, I believe there are two experts in the room: You are the expert of your life and I am the clinical expert. I have had the privilege of working with adults, couples, and adolescents. I use a variety of techniques and theories to guide my work with you depending on what fits your needs. I specialize in CBT and DBT methods. As humans, we not only want to feel understood, but we want to understand ourselves & why we do the things we do.
You may be experiencing worry, fear, anxiety, depression, or a variety of other emotions. Good news, those emotions can be managed, I believe there are two experts in the room: You are the expert of your life and I am the clinical expert. I have had the privilege of working with adults, couples, and adolescents. I use a variety of techniques and theories to guide my work with you depending on what fits your needs. I specialize in CBT and DBT methods. As humans, we not only want to feel understood, but we want to understand ourselves & why we do the things we do.
Yanet Vanegas
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Dr. Yanet Vanegas, and I understand that seeking support for mental well-being can be a challenging journey. I'm a child and adolescent psychologist and a perinatal mental health certified provider. My approach goes beyond merely treating symptoms. It’s about sparking lasting change and fostering personal growth. I create personalized treatment plans using the latest therapeutic techniques, including CBT, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD, and DBT.
Hello, I'm Dr. Yanet Vanegas, and I understand that seeking support for mental well-being can be a challenging journey. I'm a child and adolescent psychologist and a perinatal mental health certified provider. My approach goes beyond merely treating symptoms. It’s about sparking lasting change and fostering personal growth. I create personalized treatment plans using the latest therapeutic techniques, including CBT, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD, and DBT.
I specialize in providing individual and group therapy for adults with borderline personality disorder, difficulties managing their emotions, PTSD, and self-harm/suicidal behavior. I am a DBT-Linehan Board Certified Clinician. I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I currently conduct comprehensive DBT for adults and co-lead DBT skills groups. I am licensed in both Indiana and Texas. I am only practicing virtually in Indianapolis and see clients in person or virtually in Houston.
I specialize in providing individual and group therapy for adults with borderline personality disorder, difficulties managing their emotions, PTSD, and self-harm/suicidal behavior. I am a DBT-Linehan Board Certified Clinician. I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I currently conduct comprehensive DBT for adults and co-lead DBT skills groups. I am licensed in both Indiana and Texas. I am only practicing virtually in Indianapolis and see clients in person or virtually in Houston.
Kelly Birkhold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
I offer individual, couples, and family therapy formats for adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, or attachment trauma. **I am also trained in DBT and Self Compassion and offer 1:1 work.** Struggles we face in life can negatively influence our understanding of ourselves, others, and the world around us in ways that keep us stuck, afraid, and unhealthy. Processing these difficult experiences can allow us to break free from this influence and show up in the world in ways that align with our inherent goodness, enabling feelings of success and happiness. You deserve to feel these things and more!
I offer individual, couples, and family therapy formats for adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, or attachment trauma. **I am also trained in DBT and Self Compassion and offer 1:1 work.** Struggles we face in life can negatively influence our understanding of ourselves, others, and the world around us in ways that keep us stuck, afraid, and unhealthy. Processing these difficult experiences can allow us to break free from this influence and show up in the world in ways that align with our inherent goodness, enabling feelings of success and happiness. You deserve to feel these things and more!
Lauren Teague
Counselor, MA, LPCC, CEDS
Verified Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
Based on what each client needs, I like to use a combination of CBT and DBT in helping individuals learn multiple ways to manage difficult situations .
I believe therapy fits into so many different seasons of life, and can be incredibly beneficial in navigating some of life’s toughest transitions. Many clients I work with are learning to manage everyday life stressors, relationships with family, friends, and coworkers, as well as their own relationship with themselves, food, and body image.
Based on what each client needs, I like to use a combination of CBT and DBT in helping individuals learn multiple ways to manage difficult situations .
I believe therapy fits into so many different seasons of life, and can be incredibly beneficial in navigating some of life’s toughest transitions. Many clients I work with are learning to manage everyday life stressors, relationships with family, friends, and coworkers, as well as their own relationship with themselves, food, and body image.
Cami Rose Beekman Jones
LPC Associate, MA, LPC-A, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and I am an Eating Disorder Informed Professional.
Your pursuit of healing and wholeness can start here, today! I will honor your voice and partner with you in your journey. If speaking up a struggle for you, I can help you find your voice and learn how to use it. I know the deep impact the work towards wholeness can have on a person’s life and want you to experience the peace and clarity that you deserve. I am truly passionate about helping you know yourself and build the life you want. My desire is to facilitate an environment that is safe for you to heal and grow. My therapeutic focus is general and includes all ages, genders, races, religions, and abilities.
I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and I am an Eating Disorder Informed Professional.
Your pursuit of healing and wholeness can start here, today! I will honor your voice and partner with you in your journey. If speaking up a struggle for you, I can help you find your voice and learn how to use it. I know the deep impact the work towards wholeness can have on a person’s life and want you to experience the peace and clarity that you deserve. I am truly passionate about helping you know yourself and build the life you want. My desire is to facilitate an environment that is safe for you to heal and grow. My therapeutic focus is general and includes all ages, genders, races, religions, and abilities.
Christina M. Calderon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
We may decide to use artistic processes, such as drawing, painting, writing, body movement, dreamwork or more traditional therapies, like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in our work together.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is central to creating a safe space for sharing, healing, and transformation to occur. I approach this relationship from a client-centered and trauma-informed perspective, and my therapeutic orientation is holistic, intuitive, and integrative. Art therapy and other symbolic communication can be an important component of psychological healing, and I specialize in expressive therapies that encourage self-exploration.
We may decide to use artistic processes, such as drawing, painting, writing, body movement, dreamwork or more traditional therapies, like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in our work together.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is central to creating a safe space for sharing, healing, and transformation to occur. I approach this relationship from a client-centered and trauma-informed perspective, and my therapeutic orientation is holistic, intuitive, and integrative. Art therapy and other symbolic communication can be an important component of psychological healing, and I specialize in expressive therapies that encourage self-exploration.
Brooke Elliott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
To fight the shame that locks us up, I center acceptance of the whole self in my practice with evidence-based tools like ACT and DBT.
When you struggle with motivation and energy, that long list of chores can feel like a punishment. Or maybe feeling burnt out has sucked the passion out of your career, leaving you aimless. Every day can feel like a losing battle, but you don’t have to do it alone. It doesn't always have to end in a fight against time and anxiety, and you don't have to feel shame for struggling to complete what seems to come easily to others. Understanding what really makes you tick and finding motivation within yourself can put you on the path to living on your own terms instead of playing catch-up.
To fight the shame that locks us up, I center acceptance of the whole self in my practice with evidence-based tools like ACT and DBT.
When you struggle with motivation and energy, that long list of chores can feel like a punishment. Or maybe feeling burnt out has sucked the passion out of your career, leaving you aimless. Every day can feel like a losing battle, but you don’t have to do it alone. It doesn't always have to end in a fight against time and anxiety, and you don't have to feel shame for struggling to complete what seems to come easily to others. Understanding what really makes you tick and finding motivation within yourself can put you on the path to living on your own terms instead of playing catch-up.
Mimi Walke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008
I focus on using Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Person Centered Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Do you ever feel misunderstood, alone, or overwhelmed by your daily responsibilities? Therapy can be a great way to learn to build coping skills for your anxiety, depression, or any other mental health challenges you may be facing. Therapy can also help you set goals, work on boundary setting, communication skills, and processing past events that have left lasting marks in current relationships. It's important that I provide a safe space for my clients to express their feelings, needs, and wants to an unbiased person (me, the counselor) and that I can offer feedback that challenges them to grow and heal!
I focus on using Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Person Centered Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Do you ever feel misunderstood, alone, or overwhelmed by your daily responsibilities? Therapy can be a great way to learn to build coping skills for your anxiety, depression, or any other mental health challenges you may be facing. Therapy can also help you set goals, work on boundary setting, communication skills, and processing past events that have left lasting marks in current relationships. It's important that I provide a safe space for my clients to express their feelings, needs, and wants to an unbiased person (me, the counselor) and that I can offer feedback that challenges them to grow and heal!
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.